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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020 · Est. 38 min read
A Long Road on a Short Day
By Gary D. Schmidt, Elizabeth Stickney, Eugene Yelchin (Illustrator)
A boy's first trading trip with his father leads to unexpected gains.
4.1/5 Goodreads · 755 ratings
64 pages· 4,505 words· Est. 38 min read
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Bookroo's summary
Young Samuel embarks on his first trading journey with his father, navigating a winter's day filled with strangers and deals. As they trade up from nearly nothing, Samuel learns the art of negotiation and the value of community. Will their efforts bring home the milk cow his mother dreams of? This heartwarming tale of perseverance and family bonds unfolds with humor and warmth, capturing the essence of a father-son adventure.
From the publisher
A tender story of a father-son adventure with themes of community and kindness, in short chapters with vivid full-color illustrations, by bestseller and Newbery Honor winner Gary D. Schmidt and acclaimed artist Eugene Yelchin.
In a story of perseverance and determination told with warmth and sparkling with humor, a short winter day finds Samuel and Papa walking a long road on Samuel’s first trading trip. Meeting strangers, practicing good manners, and proud to be in Papa’s company, Samuel watches and learns as Papa trades up from almost nothing to the milk cow Mama is yearning for. Simple text combines with vivid illustrations for a satisfying tale that will resonate with readers who enjoy an adventure with dad.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 64
- Words
- 4,505
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- ~619L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 1
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 509791
Publication
- Published
- November 10, 2020
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780544888364
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